Wednesday, July 10, 2019

SABRINA I am sure it comes as no surprise to learn that many people are turning their backs on church because they think we think we are perfect in our walk, in our faith— wanting to be seen as shining examples to be lifted high. When is the last time you picked up a Bible and read Hebrews, Chapter 11? Some of our best-known men and women of faith are listed there. The lists include martyrs and prophets who helped to turn generations back to God. Abraham, Moses, Sarah, Joseph, Daniel. They all died believing in a promise they never saw fulfilled. Then there is Gideon, who never got over self-doubt, David - mmm. Adultery and murder. Rahab was a prostitute - they are ALL there listed in the “Faith Hall of Fame.” In all their human frailty, these ordinary human beings relied on an extraordinary God. These stories make the hall of fame not because their actors are famous, but because the actors lift up our faithful God. You see, we don’t have to be perfect, don’t even claim it. All we need to do is turn our lives over to the one who is perfection – and we have to do it over and over – every single day.